Fall Fling! Tickets on Sale!

Fall Fling! Tickets on Sale!Join us for the North Branford Rotary Club Fall Fling Dinner and Auction! Event begins at 6PM with an open bar from 6PM-8PM. Bring your appetites and your dancing shoes! We will have silent and live auctions, raffles and games with all profits going to support great causes! Feel free to reach out to us at NorthBranfordRotary@gmail.com or via our Facebook with any questions. Can't make the event, but interested in being a sponsor or donating to our auction? Let us know! ![]() |
Shred it! September 30th!![]() |
Service Above Self Award Dinner & Honoree Announcement![]() |
Palumbo, Torino and Rose to be Recognized for Service Above SelfThe North Branford Rotary is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2023 “Service-Above-Self” Community Service Award are Dave Palumbo, Steve Torino and Al Rose.
The North Branford Rotary Club will be awarding the recipients on Thursday June 22, 2023 at 6:00 pm, at the Millpond Gathering in Northford. Tickets can be purchased in advance by going to our ticket sales page or by contacting Rotary Club President Anne Merola at NorthBranfordRotary@gmail.com / 203-988-2898 or by contacting the Service Above Self Chairperson, Samantha Ouellette at 203-430-5976. We encourage those who know Steve, Al and Dave to join us as we acknowledge them for their distinguished service to the Town of North Branford. In April of this year the Club reached out to the community for nominations for their annual Service Above Self Award. It’s been a very rewarding experience for the members of the committee, and the club, to receive a fantastic response from the North Branford Community and we'd like to thank those who found the time to submit nominations. The committee had difficult decisions to make with so many wonderful nominees. The club is looking forward to continuing to honor distinguished members of the community each year. |
Accepting Nominations for Service Above Self Award!![]() The North Branford Rotary Club is currently accepting nominations for the 2023 Service Above Self Recognition Awards. The Service Above Self Award represents individuals in our community who actively help others, demonstrate meaningful humanitarian service, and have made an impact to the community as a result of their efforts. While volunteer efforts are preferred, recognition for paid employees for outstanding achievement for the benefit of the community will be considered. The club also welcomes posthumous nominations to be recognized.
In recent years, the club recognized Ken Ash, Fran Murphy and Mary Giovanni in 2022 and Judy Bannon, Victoria Lanza and Laura Burich in 2021 with the Service Above Self Award at the well-attended annual event. Individual nominations can be made by clicking HERE The club will be holding a dinner to celebrate this year's honorees on Thursday June 22, 2023 at 6:00pm at Millpond Gathering. Tickets can be purchased HERE The form will ask for basic information of the individual being nominated and require specific details as to why the individual being nominated exemplifies Service Above Self in order to be considered for the award. The club asks to include specific details and be thorough in explaining times when the individual has displayed “Service Above Self.” The deadline to submit a nomination is May 5, 2023. So, act fast and send nominations promptly! Each year we have had several candidates that are well qualified. The decision to choose the award recipients is difficult. If you nominated someone in a previous year that wasn’t chosen submit them for consideration again this year. For questions about the award or nomination process you may message us directly on Facebook, reach out to NorthBranfordRotary@gmail.com. You may also contact Committee Chairperson Samantha Ouellette at 203-430-5976 or Club President Anne Merola at 203-988-2898. The club is looking forward to learning about individuals from this magnificent town who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to make the Town of North Branford, and the world, a better place! |
The Easter Bunny Hops into North Branford!![]() A hopping good time was had by all this past Saturday at the Rotary Easter Egg Hunt! Thanks all who came out to enjoy the festivities and drop off donations for the Food Pantry of North Branford! Special thanks as well to CT SportsPlex!
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Mark Your Calendar! Spring Shred EventDeclutter your home and office! Get rid of old documents! Create more space! Saturday, May 6, 2023 North Branford Town Hall 909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT 9am – 12pm $10/banker’s box Questions? Contact northbranfordrotary@gmail.com or Anne Merola, NBRC President, at 203-988-2898 |
Bulbs for a Cause!![]() Looking to brighten up your yard while also providing to local causes? Get ready for Spring with North Branford Rotary and Brent & Becky's Bloomin' Bucks! Click the link below to purchase flower bulbs that are sure to bloom you into your happy place! Just select North Branford Rotary Club's registered name and the Club can earn 25% of all of their sales! Shop for both Spring & Fall planted bulbs in a ton of beautiful varieties! The best part? You get some amazing flower bulbs and the NB Rotary portion of the sales goes back to charitable initiatives in your community. It's a win-win! |
Thank You!The North Branford Rotary Club would like to extend a very special thank you to all those would supported Thursday's Fall Fling Dinner & Auction. This is our big event every year and the response from our community this year was inspiring! Thank you to all who attended- we cannot do the incredible things we do without the people who make up our community. We also want to express gratitude to all who donated auction items! You are instrumental to our success! This event wouldn't be successful without the very generous contributions from our sponsors. We want to extend a very warm and special thank you to the below sponsors for believing in the mission of our club and helping champion our initiatives for the community! Absolute Liquors Air Inc. All Waste Aquatic Pool & Spa Services Inc. Bozzuto Refuse Services Christensen Landscape Services, LLC Connecticut Sports Plex, LLC EJ Boughton Co, LLC Enterprise Plumbing and Heating Inc. Guilford Savings Bank Guilford Texaco Keenan Funeral Home Langan Insulation The Marcus Law Firm Mr. Rooter Plumbing, North Branford North Branford Barber Shop Northford Ice Rink Associates, LLC Palumbo Trucking Popolizio Team Realtors at William Raveis Sanitrol Septic Services S.C. Ballard, LLC Tilcon Connecticut Inc VP Electric |
Join Us to Celebrate the 2022 Service Above Self Honorees![]() |
Service Above Self Recognition DinnerSave the date! The Service Above Self Awards Dinner is June 23rd 6PM-10PM ![]() Details coming soon!
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An "Egg"celent Rotary Day of ServiceThe NB Rotary had a blast for April 9th's Rotary Day of Service! The Easter Bunny made an appearance for kiddos to great and collect Easter candy. Thanks for all who came out to enjoy the festivities and donate to the Food Pantry of North Branford! |
Spring Shred Event!Declutter your home and office! Get rid of old documents! Create more space! Saturday, May 7, 2022 North Branford Town Hall 909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT 9am – 12pm $10/banker’s box northbranfordrotary@gmail.com Please contact Melinda Fonda, NBRC President, at 203-988-0883 with any questions |
Now Accepting Nominations for Service Above Self |
Join us for the Rotary Day of Service!Stop by to meet the Easter Bunny and donate food for a great cause! Click "Read More" for suggested donation items and more info on how to meet the Easter Bunny ![]() |
Fall Fling 2021![]() |
Service Above Self Awards 2021Congratulations to our 2021 Service Above Self Honorees!
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Service Above Self Awards Dinner |
Save the Date! Spring Shred It Event!![]() |
Operation Warm 2020- A Success!![]() UPDATE: Thanks to the generosity of this community, in December 52 children received $100 Kohl's gift cards to purchase warm clothing for the year. Kohls also generously provided an additional discount, making it possible for these families to stretch the $100 even further. |
Back to School Move Night |
NB Rotary Shreds! |
Shop with Purpose |
Spooktacular Costume Ball 2019Spooktacular Costume Ball 2019 28th Annual Fundraiser Join us this Friday, October 25th Seasons Banquet Facility 990 Foxon Rd., East Haven, CT $65 pp buffet dinner, open bar ![]() |
Spooktacular Costume Ball 2019Come join the North Branford Rotary Club for its 28th Annual Community Fundraiser Spooktacular 2019 - Friday October 25th Seasons, 990 Foxon Road, East Haven, CT $65pp or $600 for a table of 10 - featuring full buffet dinner, open bar, dancing, costume contest and raffle/auction items Help support our community outreach efforts that benefit North Branford students, seniors, and family community events such as Christmas Tree Lighting and Easter Egg Hunt and our global initiatives that help bring safe drinking water and medical services to communities that would otherwise not have access ![]() |
Onsite Shredding Event![]() Declutter your home and office! Get rid of old documents! Create more space! Spark more joy with less stress! Saturday, October 5, 2019 9:00 am to 12:00 pm North Branford Town Hall 909 Foxon Rd., North Branford $10/banker's box |
Santa has arrived!A wonderful event last Friday with the Park and Rec dept and NB Rotary. Santa was a big hit!
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Holiday Tree Lighting![]() |
Spooktacular Costume Event |
Maureen Hughes, Past President HonoredMaureen Hughes Honored with Paul Harris Award (Mina Minelli, President Elect presents award) ![]() |
Splish Splash,North Branford Rotary is at it again! A brand new community project is on its way. Please contact Frank Popolizio at frank.popolizio@raveis.com for info and to help get this project started. Frank and chairpeople Maureen Huges and Melinda Fonda will be meeting with town department heads to finalize and plan for a Splash Pad at our Community Center. The North Branford Rotary is encouraging other organizations and residents to participate. We will be seeking donations of goods and services, supplies, assistance with promotion and fund raising and would love to hear your ideas. Looking forward to having additional details to share soon. Contact Frank to have your info added to his list for updates. ![]() |
Shred It 2018 is here!![]() |
Three students Honored at Rotary EventThe North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to recognize this quarter’s Students of the Month. The recipients were celebrated at a recent dinner at Nataz. The students who were recognized are Christopher Candelora for his talents in Math, Lydia Mattson for English and Jonathon Buckley for Music. Each student was the recipient of an award certificate and monetary gift. We look forward to seeing them in a successful future and thank them for their hard work . Please visit www.Rotary.org for more information. Photo: Club President Maureen Hughes , Lydia Mattson with parents Dana and Ronald, Jonathan Buckley with parents Patricia and Thomas, and Christopher Candelora with parents Vinny and Caroline, RY Chairperson, Diane Popolizio. ![]() |
Christmas Tree Lighting Dec. 1st at 6:30 PMJoin us December 1st 2017 at on Route 22 near Potato Festival Fair Grounds for a fun filled night - Santa arrives at 6:30PM
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"Clothes for Kids" a success! |
Uganda Clean Water- Call to CareClean water for Uganda with Call to Care program- Uganda representative, Chris Ocholoi with Diane Popolizio and Hope Looney at recent fundraiser and 10th year celebration in Madison. . |
Student of the month (Oct event)![]() |
FUN Raiser Fundraiser Spooktacular Event a Sucess! |
Maureen Hughes 2017 NB Rotary President |
Service Above Self |
Easter Egg Hunt 2017![]() Easter Egg Hunt for children of North Branford. Date: Saturday, April 8, 2017 Time: 10:15 AM Location: Connecticut Sportsplex, 216 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT 06471 Parents are requested to bring non-perishable food items to benefit the North Branford Food Pantry.
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"Spooktacular" Sponsors - Thank you from the NBRCThank you to our Sponsors for their generous support... the North Branford Rotary Club is extremely grateful for their help in making this year's 2016 community fundraiser so "Spooktacular!"
Guilford Savings Bank, Aquatic Pool & Spa Service Inc., John's Refuse Recycling LLC, Oak Street Bookkeeping LLC, Country House Restaurant, Esposito Brokerage LLC, Gargiulo Brothers Oil Co. Inc., Webster Bank, State Canteen-CT Coffee & Commissary, Bobby Moniello Insulators, Village Wine & Spirits, MJ McCabe Garden Design, Sanitrol Septic Services LLC, Walt's Auto Repair Inc., Total Interiors LLC. All Waste, Inc., Cherry Hill Construction Inc., Absolute Liquors, Totoket Times, Tom King Masonry, East Haven Stoners, Marcus Law Firm, Leoni's Italian Deli LLC, Keenan Funeral Home, and Envision Pharma, Inc.
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Shred-It Fundraiser - Public Welcomed![]() |
Fundraising Night at Panera Bread in North Haven![]() |
Annual Easter Egg HuntCome join the fun....!!
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"Spooktacular" SponsorsThank you to our Sponsors for their generous support... the North Branford Rotary Club is extremely grateful for their help in making this year's community fundraiser so "Spooktacular!"
Guilford Savings Bank, Esposito Brokerage, Aquatic Pool & Spa, Sanitrol, The Pennsylvania Globe, Poochie Play, OakStreet Bookkeeping, Country House, Keenan Funeral Home, Creative Hair Studio, Village Wine & Spirits, State Canteen, Envision Pharma Inc., East Haven Stoners, Inc., Margaret Cohen, Agway, John's Refuse, Anonymous, Nicholas & Ernie Luise, Global Environmental Services of CT, LLC
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DG Official Visit - Rescheduled Location![]() |
Movie Night with Mac & Cheese & a Cupcake!Come Join the fun....!! Tickets will be sold in advance or at the door. Remember to bring blankets and pillows for the kids!
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Spooktacular Costume Ball![]() |
Senior Picnic 2015 was a success! |
NB Annual Senior PicnicNOTE: Due to the rainy weather forecast, the North Branford Annual Senior Picnic will be held INSIDE at the Stanley T. Williams (STW) Community Center, 1332 Middletown Avenue, Northford, CT 06472. Buffet serving will begin at 6:00 p.m.
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NB Rotary - Installation of Officers 2015-2016The North Branford Rotary Club's Installation of Officers was held on Saturday, June 27th. The Club thanked Immediate Past President Paul Burns for all the past year's accomplishments and welcomed our new President Susan Visken-Diaz!! Carol Small and Janet Ciszek received Paul Harris Fellow awards. The Club celebrated in "Hawaiian" fashion and a good time was enjoyed by all!
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Membership Event at Gouveia's Vineyard - June 3, 2015 (Wed.)The North Branford Rotary Club will not be meeting at Nataz Restaurant on Wednesday, June 3rd. Instead, the North Branford Rotary Club will be hosting a membership event on Wed., June 3rd, at the Gouveia Vineyards, 1339 Whirlwind Hill Road, in Wallingford, from 6-8 p.m. Potential members or inactive members are invited, encouraged, and welcomed to attend. Members are asked to bring an appetizer, snack or any treat to share with the group.
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - May (2)The North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award to Brian McKee of the North Branford High School (NBHS). Brian is a sophomore, who is currently taking PE 10 and Health 10 courses. Brian is a polite, humble and cooperative student, who has an amazing work ethic and always goes above and beyond in all that he does in both classes. Brian motivates his classmates and gets them involved in cooperative games and sports. He is a competitive player but is respectful of his classmates at the same time; he plays for the good of his team and not his own gain. Brian is a quiet leader and is subtle. His classmates respect him and so do his teachers. For these reasons, the NBHS is proud to recommend Brian McKee, as Student of the Month for recognition by the North Branford Rotary Club. Congratulations, Brian!!
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - MayThe North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award to Marcello Avallone of the North Branford High School (NBHS). Marcello is an empathetic, diligent, and self-driven student, who takes pride in doing well at school and does not hesitate to seek out the support services that he deserves while at the same time challenging himself academically. Marcello has the additional advantage of a very loving and supportive family as well. Marcello takes his family responsibilities very seriously, often caring for his younger sibling. At the same time he holds down a part time job at the local supermarket while maintaining his academic work load at school. At school, he continues to be a role model for other students through his work ethic and daily interactions with both adults and peers. He has taken a very active role in NBHS’s greenhouse program. The supervisor has come to rely on him when completing projects for his hands-on work as well as his knowledge of the greenhouse program. As a result, he has discovered the importance of teamwork. When involved in group work in the classroom, Marcello takes on the role as a team leader. Others look up to him for his knowledge and direction. Marcello has a way of making everyone feel important; accepting everyone for their differences. Marcello is particularly sensitive to the needs of some of our more impaired students. He goes out of his way to make them feel a part of our everyday activities and school community. Marcello has always been his “own person,” quietly leaving his mark on the world, especially with those that are closest to him and are lucky enough to call him friend. Spending any time with Marcello is a pleasure. Marcello exemplifies the North Branford School District’s mission of a “caring community.” For these reasons, the NBHS is proud to recommend Marcello Avallone, as Student of the Month for recognition by the North Branford Rotary Club. Congratulations, Marcello!!
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NB Rotary Annual Shred-It Event![]() Come join the North Branford Rotary Club on Saturday, June 13, 2015, for its annual Shred-It event, at the North Branford Town Hall (Route 80 & 22), 909 Foxon Road, in North Branford. Bring your shreddable items and see them go down the giant shredder right in front of your eyes! $10/bankers box. The truck will be on site from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. It is not necessary to be a North Branford resident... the public is welcomed to participate!
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - March (2)The North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award for March to Carly Mastriano of the North Branford High School (NBHS). Carly, who was chosen by the Mathematics Department, is currently enrolled in Advanced Placement Calculus where she consistently excels in her studies. Her mathematical aptitude, work ethic, and leadership qualities in class are outstanding. Carly is a contributing member of the NBHS community. She competes on the Cheerleading and Ultimate Frisbee teams and is an active participant in Drama Club, Gay-Straight Alliance, National Honor Society, Model UN, and Kaleidoscope Literary Magazine. Carly looks forward to attending college next year where she intends to major in chemistry.
Congratulations, Carly!!
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Easter Egg Hunt 2015Come for an Easter Egg Hunt March 28th!![]() |
NB Rotary - Student of the Month - FebruaryThe North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award for February to Crystal Zurolo of the North Branford High School. Crystal, who was nominated by the World Language Department, is currently a student in the Latin I and Italian III Honors classes. She has also studied French in the North Branford School system beginning in 8th grade until last year as a junior in French IV Honors. During her high school career, Crystal has studied three out of the four languages offered at NBHS. She is also enrolled in the Independent Performance Project where she is offering her assistance and time at the Library at Jerome Harrison Elementary School. Crystal is fair minded, tolerant, unique, mature and her ‘own person’. She is a leader and is often the student to whom her friends turn to in order to calm a situation. Crystal is able to balance many extracurricular activities and is a leader in GSA and also has a part-time job.
Congratulations, Crystal!!
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - DecemberThe North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award for December to Sean Halligan of the North Branford High School (NBHS). As the Student of the Month in Business, Sean is a student who has completed three business classes with great success. Sean takes his academics very seriously and comes to class prepared to learn. An example of this is how he listens carefully and asks clarifying questions, so he can be successful in everything he does. In addition to excelling in the classroom, Sean also participates in sports and had an opportunity to attend the CT State Police Academy for one week, in pursuit of a career in criminal justice. For these reasons, the NBHS is proud to recommend Sean as the Student of the Month in Business for recognition by the North Branford Rotary Club. Congratulations, Sean!!
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - JanuaryThe North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award for January to Katie Stevens of the North Branford High School. The English Department selected Katie as Student of the Month in English because she has shown tremendous growth over the past four years in English. In ninth grade, Katie was in a college-prep class; in tenth grade, she moved up to Honors; and, by the eleventh and twelfth grades, she was in Advanced Placement (AP). In all courses, Katie achieved an overall “A” average. Katie’s incredible work ethic and desire to improve and grow exemplifies our core values. In addition to excelling in the classroom, she captained the Girls' Soccer team and participates in sports year round. Katie is a model student inside and outside of the classroom. Congratulations, Katie!!
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Sad NewsOn Wednesday January 7th District Governor Mukund's father, Shri Nori Panduranga Vithal, passed away after bravely battling a prolonged illness.
Shri Nori Panduranga Vithal, Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (retired) was a consummate champion of education, especially of orphans, a cause he espoused with passion during his retirement at the Bhagwan Sathya Sai Baba's Ashram in Puttaparthi. He enjoyed and experienced life to the fullest with a penchant for all things sweet. He is survived by his loving wife, Kusuma Nori née Gunturi, his children, Mukund, Annapurna, and Srinivas, his daughters-in-law, Urszula and Laima, and his grandchildren, Rahul Vithal Thyagarajan, Nikhil Vivek Thyagarajan, Anna Maya Nori, Natasha Helena Nori, and Varun Thyagarajan. He is mourned by his family and friends.
Please keep DG Mukund and Laima Nori as well as their entire family in your thoughts and prayers.
Mukund's Rotary journey began with his father and his family requests donations to the Rotary Foundation in lieu of flowers.
Rick Bassett
D7980 Vice Governor
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - November![]() Nancy has excelled academically in her Science courses at North Branford High School. She has taken General Science Honors, Biology Honors, Chemistry Honors and AP Environmental Science. She is currently enrolled in AP Biology and AP Physics and is a member of the Environmental Science Club. Her Science teachers have described Nancy as an intrinsically motivated student with a high-level of self-discipline and metacognitive skills. She enriches her classroom environment by actively contributing to discussions. Nancy also consistently demonstrates leadership skills during activities and laboratories through her drive to succeed as well as her kindness and willingness to help other students in her classes. Nancy is a role model to her peers, as her passion in learning is clearly evident and her positivity is infectious to those around her.
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NB Rotary - Student of the Month - OctoberStudent of the Month – October
The North Branford Rotary Club is pleased to present its Student of the Month Award for October to Alexis Allen, of the North Branford High School. Congratulations, Alexis!!
Alexia Allen is an active member in almost every musical setting at North Branford High School. She is the Principal Alto Saxophone player in Concert Band, Pep Band, Honors Jazz Band and Honors Wind Ensemble, and is a strong vocalist in Concert Choir and Honors Chamber Choir. Alexia held Second Chair in the 2014 Shoreline Music Festival, and plans on auditioning for the Southern Region Music Festival next month. Alexia is also enrolled in A.P. Music Theory and hopes to earn college music credit thought this course.
In addition to her music classes, Alexia is a member of the singer/songwriter club, Crescendo, and has been published in the school literary magazine, Kaleidoscope. She has participated in a variety of GSA events, including the True Colors Convention at the University of Connecticut. Last spring, Alexia participated in the Anti-Defamation League's “Names Can Really Hurt Us” presentation, promoting a more tolerant and diverse culture at NBHS.
The NBHS Music Department is proud to nominate Alexia Allen to receive the Rotary Club's Youth of the Month Award for Music.
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Poochie Play Doggie Halloween FundraiserFun had by all at Doggie Costume Fundraiser for North Branford Rotary Club. Thank you to all and especially Carol Small of Poochie Play for organizing the event.
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North Branford Rotary Membership Event |
In Memory of Dr. William H. "Bill" JamesDr. William H. "Bill" James, age 104, of North Branford, CT died peacefully on August 19, 2014. Bill was blessed with a long life, good health, and had a strong work ethic. He was a source of inspiration, encouragement, and knowledge. He lived life serving to make this world a better place and to help others around him. He was a North Branford Rotary Club Member and a special friend, who will be missed by all.
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SPOOKTACULAR 2014 |
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NBRC organized 50/50 raffle at POCO 2014Thank you to all who bought tickets, stopped by our tent to wish us well and supported our efforts to raise fund for better communities at home and around the world.
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Welcome to Rotary family, Janet!![]() |
Senior Picnic 2014North Branford Rotary members had a blast tonight serving hot dogs, burgers, water melon and cake to over one hundred North Branford seniors. Beautiful evening, great music, great food and a lot of smiling faces. Join us at our next service day! Visit our Photo Journals Section of this website for more photographs of the day.
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Shred It Fund Raiser - Saturday May 17th![]() Fund Raiser Shred It Event
North Branford Town Hall on May 17, 2014
On Saturday May 17th from 9-12 the North Branford Rotary will be holding a "Shred-It" event at the North Branford Town Hall at Rte 80 & Rte 22 . You may bring bags or boxes of paper to shred. The cost will be $10 per bag or box, not to exceed 30lbs each. For details call Frank Popolizio 203-915-7089.
Funds have been used to help support projects in Our Community and Internationally. “Clothes for Kids”, Polio Eradication, Clean Water Projects, disaster relief with Shelter Box, Scholarships, Exchange Students, Interact, Rotary Youth Leadership program, Xmas Tree Lighting, Easter Egg Hunt, our Library,
Amber Alert, Senior Dinner and more.
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NBRC contributes to North Branford HS Band Uniform Fundraiser![]() |
February and March Students of the Month HonoredThe North Branford Rotary Club recently honored two students for the Month of March. Student Samantha Stowe was chosen by the Social Studies department. Samantha is a well-rounded student who excels in many subjects, especially social studies. She also plays sports and has a part time job. Teachers and students regard Samantha as a school leader. She is a good role model for younger students.
Zachary Augur was chose by the Mathematics department for student of the month. Zach is currently enrolled in Advanced Placement Calculus where he consistently excels in his studies. His mathematical aptitude, work ethic and efforts in class are outstanding. Zach is a contributing member of the NBHS community. He is the president of the senior class and is a member of Helping Hands, the Environmental Club, and the Indoor/Outdoor Track team. Zach looks forward to going away to college next year where he intends to major in biology and minor in mathematics. ![]() ![]() |
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Interact Pasta DinnerMay 8,2012 Interact dinner
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Students of the Month March 20, 2013Megan Marcucci- Social Studies The Social Studies dept. nominates Megan Marcucci for the Rotary Youth award.
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Speaker 3/6/13L. Todd Wood a helicopter pilot for Seal Team 6 and Delta 4 talked about his experiences during the Afghan war. He also worked on Wall Street for 18 years selling bonds. His experience helped him write a historical fiction book called” Currency”. He talked about the problems that this massive spending/ debt will cause, for the future of our country
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NBIS Interact ClubOn February 27th, the North Branford Rotary club sponsored the NBIS Interact Club and presented a charter, gavel, pins and a banner to the club and their members. At the event, Mary Lou Gargiulo welcomed everyone; AllanDavis spoke about how happy he is to have the new club; Joan Williams andDanielle Ducharme shared the club’s latest fundraiser. Also present and spoke about Rotary were Alan Hurst, GJustin, Allyson Clark and Paul Burns
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tree lighting 2012Rotary had it's annual tree lighting at Company 2, firehouse
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Hannah Hummel, Ambassadorial ScholarHannah Hummel is from Dusseldorf, Germany and talked about her experiences since she came to the US two months ago.
She is studying at Yale School of Arts and is advancing her artistic way of thinking. Her host club is the North Branford Rotary Club. |
Mike celebrates 39 years in RotaryMike Bergantino celebrates 39 years in rotary at a November meeting.
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Speaker November 28,2012Paul Spiekermann, M.D., talked about malaria and dengue fever in Indonesia and what Rotary is doing to prevent it.
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student of the Month- NovemberDylan Podbieski named student to the month in Science
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New Member Susan DiazThe club had an induction of a new members at it's 10/31 meeting. It was Susan Diaz and Mukund Nori performed the induction. |
Student of Month for October |
Haitian Health FoundationMarilyn Lowney talked about the Haitian Health Foundation that her father founded. The foundation feeds, educates, and provides health care and relief for the poor in Haiti. They help 230,000 people at a yearly cost of $4 million dollars. They are able to do this for this amount, because they only have a 9% overhead.
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New Members & UI SpeakerThe club had an induction of two new members at it's 9/26th meeting. They were Marcella Ardine and Bill Choti. Paul Burns and Mukund Nori performed the induction.
Chris Ekert from the UI talked about Strategies to reduce your electricity costs. He also talked about the Energy Efficiency Fund.
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Speaker 9/5/2012
Cheryl Smith stated that," The Children’s Center ofHamden” is Connecticut’s oldest charteredprivate child-caring agency and was founded in 1833 as "The New HavenOrphan Asylum. The children they servestruggle with serious emotional, behavioral psychological and social problems,such as physical and/or sexual abuse; psychiatric illness; learningdisabilities; substance abuse; and family trauma. On a daily average over 170children and families receive services through at least one of their programs. The Children’s Centerof Hamden has a staff of 240, with the majority falling into these categories:child care workers, therapists, and teachers. Referrals come from avariety of sources, including the Department of Children and Families (DCF),other social service agencies, psychiatric hospitals, local boards ofeducation, juvenile justice agencies, and parents.
Their funding comesfrom The Department of Children and Families (DCF), tuition from local schoolsystems, State Medicaid fee for services, State and Federal grants, ManagedCare/Health Insurance and contributions from individuals, business andfoundations. She stated that they have not had increases in funding forseveral years which has made it difficult to meet the needs of their clients. |
.Rotarian Dr. William James sends a Review of His Book “The Monetarists and the Evolving Crisis: Wake Up, Americans; We Are Losing Our Great Nation” by William H. James, Ph.D
BUILD, STRENGTHEN, AND IMPROVE BOTH THE NATION AND MANY LIVES. The nation should be strong, independent and free; it’s relative strategic power should be increasing; the lives of people should be improving; and the nation should have a strong, vigorous and well coordinated political, economic, and geopolitical program for achieving these purposes and serving both the nation and the people. It appears that neither of the nation’s two major political parties now has this type of program. The following book review suggests that I have some worthy recommendations. Also, see my website www.buildusanow.com and read my book. |
August 29 Speaker Mukund Nori talked about The Advanced Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (A/RYLA) program. He explained that it is an intensive training program that brings together youth and young adults, ages 14-30, to further develop character and leadership skills and learn about Rotary. A/RYLA often take the form of a seminar, camp, or workshop, generally 3-10 days inlength, organized by Rotarians at the club, district, or multidistrict level. Thebasic RYLS is geared to high school students. Chris Fraenza talked about his experience with the advance RYLA (adults out of high school)program. Our club sponsored Chris on a 4 ½ day Advanced RYLA program in Norwalk. |
Ambassadorial Scholar
Hannah Hummel, Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholar from Germany, is attending Yale and is being sponsored by the North Branford Rotary club |
Speaker August 22nd
Luisa Breen –Director of Social Services talked about the needs of North Branford citizens |
North Branford Rotary hosts Senior Picnic |
Member Achieves Major Donor StatusClub member Mukund Nori (right) is seen receiving a pin and a crystal from Club Foundation Chair Dick Aitro (left) for achieving the status of Major Donor, i.e., he has cumulatively donated $10,000 to the Rotary Foundation and its programs. He recognized Mike Bergantino and Ed Pikaart, two other club members who are Major Donors, as his role models and thanked the club for its support. |
Dr. James Holds Forth on the Economy |
Rotarian Visits Projects in South Africa |
Club Recognizes Kevin Sullivan as the December Student of the Month - HonorsKevin Sullivan is a 2nd year honors student, at the top of his class. He is an outstanding young man who continually strives for excellence in everything he does. His work is of the finest quality, well beyond his years. A classroom leader, Kevin regularly demonstrates patience, fair-mindedness, preparation, and respect. He is a model of our school's PBIS expectations. Kevin is also an active member of our school community, working with such groups as Student Council, Interact, Kaleidoscope, the Art Club, and the Drama Club. And he fences! This dedication to our school and local community, and broad range of interests, is impressive. In a very short period of time, Kevin Sullivan has made a significant name for himself at NBHS. He is rightly respected by peers and faculty alike. He is seen here holding his certificate flanked by President Bob Hull and President-Elect Mary Lou Gargiulo, with his proud parents on the left and the Principal and Vice Principal of NBHS on the right. |
Santa Sighted in North Branford |
Club Recognizes Alexandra Stowe as November Student of the Month - Science![]() |
North Branford Chamber Honors Rtn. Mike Bergantino |
Rose of Hope - A Haven of Love & Care in the Midst of SqualorYou can view additional pictures from this visit via a link in the Photo Journals section below right.
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Itsoseng Clinic - An Oasis of Healthcare
The second project of the Sandton Rotary Club that Rtn. Graham Katzellenbogen took me to was the Itsoseng Clinic. Itsoseng is a shanty town in Johannesburg and like most other such informal settlements, the living conditions are squalid, with no running water and minimal sanitation facilities. The incidence of HIV/AIDS is high. In partnership with and donations from other RCs in Texas and UK, the Sandton RC established a foothold in this place using modified containers as clinics and treatment centers. The healthcare professionals volunteer their time and expertise to those living in Itsoseng and any others who show up - nobody is turned away. The Sandton RC also provides a makeshift library in one of the converted containers with books donated in honor of each invited speaker to the club.
You can view more pictures from this visit via a link in the Photo Journals section below right. |
Refilwe - A Self-Sustaining School Project |
International Interact Week: October 31 - November 6, 2011
Rotary International is sponsoring a contest for the best Interact Club video. You can download the application forms from http://www.clubrunner.ca/Data/7980/3793/HTML/144257//interact_video_contest_rules_en.pdf. More information on the Interact program is available at: http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/YouthPrograms/Interact/Pages/ridefault.aspx. |
Club Member Gets His Wings |
Club Welcomes Carrie Ferrigno and Carol Small
This has been a banner year for membership growth in the club with 7 new members to date. |
Physical Therapy - A Moving Profession
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Youth Exchange - A Life Affirming Experience
She has kindly provided us with a brief view on her thoughts on Youth Exchange. Please click to read what she wrote in her own words. |
Council of Presidents - October 22, 2011 |
Club Recognizes Danielle Roberts as Student of the Month - Art![]() |
Rebirth of Traditional Chinese Culture |
In Loving & Respectful Memoriam - PDG Dick Benson![]() |
NB Rotary recognizes Mary Bigelow for her commitment to ethics in public service
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Ethics - A Core Value of Rotarians |
Commander Robin Holzhauer Speaks about the Coast Guard and State Department
She also gave the club an overview of her work as a member of our nation's diplomatic corps and spoke about her service in Russia, Kosovo, and Venezuela. |
Engaging the youth for polio eradication |
Four Way Speech Contest![]() |
Quarterly Business Meeting September 14, 2011
The club held their quarterly business meeting on September 14. The budget was discussed and passed. Several other resolutions on projects were also discussed and voted on.
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FARA Picnic |
From Child Soldier to Civil Engineer |
The Club Welcomes Anne and Rosalie Merola as New Members |
George Odora: From Child Soldier to Civil Engineer for Peace
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North Branford Rotary Club Responds to Community Needs After Tropical Storm IreneDespite having difficulties of their own, several members of the North Branford Rotary Club responded to the needs of the community after Tropical Storm Irene hit us. Club President Robert Hull, Past President Fran Merola, and Member Bill Choti all helped organize the community shelter set up in the Middle School. They and several people from the community often worked over 12 straight hours to provide help to those less fortunate. Club member Donna Christensen invited fellow club members who had no power, water, or phone to come to her place to take care of the amenities. She also invited several people who were affected for dinner on Monday. On Tuesday, the Popolizios, both members of the club, extended the same to members still affected. THANK YOU! |
Tudors - research through art
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Turkey - A brief tour of history & culture |
Five F Event on August 20, 2011 a Success!
Thanks Fran, Tracy and Taylor for your kind hospitality! Thanks Fran, Chef Ed, and Dick for cooking and serving up such a wonderful meal! For more photos, please go to: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=3793&jid=37609 |
Website Training - RI, District & Club
Club member Mukund Nori provided hands-on training to the other club members as well as two members from the Wallingford Rotary Club. Members learned how to access and what they could do through the three websites. Club Secretary Cheryl Smith activated the link between RI and the District website (DaCdb).
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History and Spread of West Nile VirusDr. Theodore Andreadis, Chief Entemologist for the State of Connecticut, educated the club about the orignins of West Nile Virus in the US. His spoke about how the virus has spread across the country, the hotspots of infection, and the health hazards faced by the population. He ended his talk informing the club on the precautions we should take to prevent infection and what we can do if we do get infected. Dr. Andreadis mentioned that his father was a Rotarian and we encouraged him to consider joining the Cheshire Club (his town of residence). He is pictured here with Past President Hope Looney.
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The Value of Youth Exchange - An Alumna's View |
Pancake Breakfast - Thank you for your patronage
For more information on our club and its activities, please visit: nbctrotary@yahoo.com Pictures of the event can be found at: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=3793&jid=37437 |
Dr. Eric Hodgson Joins Rotary
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North Branford Community Needs
To learn more about the social services programs or to donate, please visit: http://www.townofnorthbranfordct.com/town_services/social_services.htm. You can also send your donations to the North Branford Rotary Club, PO Box 993, North Branford, CT 06471 and designate it for this fund. |
Former Enemies Make a Pitch for Peace |
Combatants for Peace
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North Branford Rotary Club Sponsors Annual Picnic for Seniors
For more pictures visit the photo journal at: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=3793&jid=36539 |
DG Rupi Visits Club on July 13, 2011
More pictures of Rupi's visit are available at: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=3793&jid=36398 |
Rtn. Christopher Ochaloi from RC Soroti Central, Uganda Visits ClubRtn. Christopher Ochaloi from the Rotary Club of Soroti Central, Uganda, visited the club on July 13, 2011 and provided an update on the Uganda Clean Water Project which was funded by NBRC together with 3 other Rotary Clubs, RI District 7980, and The Rotary Foundation as a Future Vision Grant. He also spoke about the need for continuing assistance to a very impoverished area. Read more about Chris .... More pictures of his visit to the club are at: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=3793&jid=36402 More pictures of the Uganda Clean Water Project are at: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Journals/JournalDetails.aspx?accountid=3793&jid=35901 |
From Orphan to Rotarian in Spirit and Action - Chris Ochaloi, Rotary Club of Central Soroti, UgandaChristohper Ochaloi grew up in rural northeastern Uganda in the district of Kaberamaido. He was orphaned as a teen and faced many serious challenges as a boy. He realized the importance of a solid education, and although he thought it was unattainable, he earned a scholarship at the Uganda Christian University in Mukono. He graduated with a degree in divinity in 2006 and became a chaplain and teacher at a school in Kaberamaido. |
Jerry Tilton and Tom Tropiano Join Rotary
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Alyssa Arre and Bob Hull Recognized with Paul Harris Fellowships
She received the award from Outgoing Club President Hope Looney (left) and Assistant District Governor and Club Member Mukund Nori (center).
Incoming Club President Bob Hull was recogninzed for his dedicated service to the town libraries and to the club. He received the award from Outgoing Club President Hope Looney. |
Librarian Bob Hull - New Club President
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Quote of the Month
— Angus S. Mitchell, 1948-49 RI president, address to the 1949 convention in New York City
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Paul Harris Quotes
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Shred It to be held in AprilShred It at North Branford Town Hall on April 23rd |
Clothes for Kids 2010 Success![]() Peggie and I would like to thank the people that helped us with shopping for 94 kids warm clothes.
Heather, Dawn, Diane, Tracey Merola & our daughters Nancy & Karen.
Our budget was $4,700 and we spent $4,750.21.
We have received a $500 donation from WalMart. We were told by Rich Brannigan that we should receive $500 from his No. Haven dance group. We will also receive about $350 donations from individuals. We delivered the 94 bags to the North Branford Superintendents office. They will distribute them to the individual families.
Yours in Rotary Service, Mike Bergantino
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Wading for Water gets help from Interact
............in 1 Day ........... 2 Girls ..........scheduled 26 houses ..........with 55 volunteers ...........who raked leaves 85 hours .........and earned over $1,000! Visit http://www.wadingforwater.info/ or to donate if you missed the event. |
Wine Tasting and AuctionTHANK YOU FOR ATTENDING & MAKING THIS EVENT A SUCCESS! YOUR SUPPORT HELPED MANY North Branford Rotary 19th Annual Fundraiser
Wine Tasting and Auction
Friday November 12th, 2010 At 6:00PM
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RI District 7980 GSE Team to Central America![]() The Rotary District 7980 chose the GSE Team members, led by Dawn Pearson, Past President Rotary Club of North Branford, to go to Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala in February 2009. You can read all about their exploits at their blog: http://7980gse2009centralamerica.blogspot.com/ |
RI District 7980 GSE Team to Mexico in 2008![]() RI District 7980 Group Study Exchange led by Linda Bouvier, past president of Milford Rotary, is an all-woman contingent headed for a 4 week trip to District 4150 in Mexico on the Central Pacific Coast. You can find the whole story with photos on their blog at: http://www.7980gsemexico.blogspot.com/ |
Easter Egg Hunt 2013Interact Club and volunteers Easter Bunny Get Ready
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Students of Month April 10,2013Todd Stoeffler, Meghan McCarthy, Zachary Augur and Mary Lou Gargiulo Meghan is a empathetic ,diligent and self driven student. Zachary is indeed a role model for his classmates as he models good sportsmanship and citizenship. |
Speaker March 27,2013![]() Alpha Coiro from the Branford Rotary club talked about 5 clubs in our district getting involved with the Rotary Foundation to build 5 wells in Uganda. Total cost was $41,000. Participating clubs North Branford, Madison , Guilford, Clinton and Branford. Two districts 7980 and 9200.
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Speaker April 3,2013John Santa talked about the increase in the number of prisoners both in the State of Connecticut and in the United States. He talked about the reasons why the number of people in prison has increased and what the Malta Prison Volunteers organization is doing to try to help people coming out of prison and stay out of prison. |
Cassie DeFelice applies for 4 way test scholarship |
Hurricane Sandy
The North Branford Rotary Club send a check for $1,500 to Rotary District 7500 which represents Monmouth, Ocean, and Burlington Counties, NJ. Their district governor said that so many people have NOTHING. The money will go directly to the people that need it.
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Lou Guerreara Joins Rotary![]()
Please welcome our newest member Lou Guerreara (photo with Paul Burns & Hope Looney at Induction)
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Dr. Bill James, Rotarian - 100th Birthday |
Pancake Breakfast - August 8th! |
Hope Looney New Club President |
Helping the Homeless all Year![]() Please visit www.HelpingtheHomeless.info and learn where you can donate clothing, bedding, used furniture and more. The homeless need your assistance all year long. |
Easter Egg Hunt at Sportplex![]()
Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Bunny visit to be held on Saturday March 27th
at Noon - the Sportplex on Route 80. Amber Alert Registration will be available. Come and Visit the fun.
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Christmas Tree Lighting a Success!![]() Rotarians Dick and Santa say "Happy Holidays to all". |
Helping the Homeless 2009![]() Helping the Homeless 2009 wants to Thank You for your donations!
Thank you to all who donated, if you would still like to donate an item this Holiday Season to the Columbus House "Homeless for the
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Rotary International Youth Exchange![]()
Cheryl Smith, Paul Burns and Ed Pikaart traveled with our district sponsored Youth Exchange Students to Philladelphia this Oct. 09 to learn about culture and exchange ideas. If you are interested in hosting a youth in our program contact Cheryl.
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New Members Join Club
Pam Gery, North Branford Recreation Director and CJ Cuticello join the North Branford Rotary Club. Fran Merola, President of North Branford Rotary is pleased to have two additional members to assist in the Clubs many Community Projects which include local, International and Vocational projects here and in our greater community.
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18th Annual Fundraiser- Auction![]() Thank you for our Most Successful event ever! Click here to see a slide show of the event. 18th Annual Fundraiser Wine Tasting and Auction Friday, November 13th, 2009
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Pancake BreakfastThank you for making this 1st Annual event a success! North Branford Rotary Club "ALL YOU CAN EAT" PANCAKE BREAKFAST
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DG Rick Benson Vistis Club
District Governor Rick Benson (Westport Rotary Club) visited the North Branford Rotary Club on October 1, 2008.
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Heather Induction
Heather Hackley was installed as the North Branford Rotary Club President for 2008-2009 on June 25, 2008.
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2008 Relay For Life |
Make A Difference Day
The North Branford Rotary Club helped clean up part of the Farm River on October 18, 2008.
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Thank you for a Successful Clothing Drive![]()
Thank you to all the people who brought clothing to our North Branford and Guilford drop sites. You have made many less fortunate happy. Please click on this here to see the photos: <a href="http://s423.photobucket.com/albums/pp311/popoliziod/?action=view¤t=RotaryscrapbookHtheH08-Scrapblog.pbw |
Rotary Sponsors Senior PicnicThe North Branford Rotary Club sponsored the annual senior picnic in town on July 10, 2008. This year, a record number of seniors attended the event.
"It was a great success" Pam Gery, Director of Recreations. |
Janet Rinaldi Speaks on Signs of Stroke |
Ed Pikaart Receives 6th Paul Harris Award |
Hope Looney & Brian Wilson Join Club
Hope Looney of JCakes and Brian Wilson of Evergreen Woods were officially inducted into the Rotary Club on April 2, 2008.
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Amber Alert Kicks Off in North Branford
The North Branford Rotary Club kicked off its Amber Alert efforts at the Easter Egg Hunt at the Connecticut Sportsplex on March 15th.
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Happy Easter
The North Branford Rotary Club held its annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 15, 2008 at the Connecticut Sportsplex.
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Pat DeLise joins Rotary Club
Pasquale (Pat) Delise officially became a Rotarian when he was inducted into the club on March 19, 2008.
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Beacon Spring 2008![]() |
Bob Hull Joins the Rotary Club
Bob Hull, the Librarian for North Branford, officially joined the Rotary Club on February 20, 2008.
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Students Receive Community Service Awards
Xinyou Peng and Matthew Maurer received Rotary Community Service Awards at a dinner function on January 30, 2008.
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Ernie's Filters - A Photo Essay |
NID January 6, 2008, Mumbai, IndiaNational Immunization Day - Mumbai, India - January 6, 2008 Millions of children were immunized against polio across the country. Our club President, Mukund, was fortunate to participate at one location in Mumbai. |
NB Rotary Sponsors Senior Picnic
The North Branford Rotary Club sponsored the annual senior picnic in town on August 4, 2007. This year, a record number of seniors attended the event. A fun time was had by all, according to Pam Gery, the Director of Recreations for the town.
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